Apple is continuing to add support for carrier-based satellite services, with au customers in Japan and One NZ customers in New Zealand now able to use the satellite connectivity offered by those carriers on compatible iPhone models. Both au and One NZ have partnered with SpaceX to provide their customers with Starlink Direct satellite service, […]
Apple has been hit with at least two more proposed class action lawsuits over its delayed personalized Siri features for iPhones. In the U.S., a complaint filed in a California federal court this week alleges that Apple violated false advertising and unfair competition laws by marketing Apple Intelligence upgrades for Siri that are still not […]
Read MoreAmazon today has the USB-C AirPods Max on sale for $499.99 in every color, down from $549.00. While not an all-time low price, this is the first time in a few weeks that every color of the USB-C AirPods Max has been on sale on Amazon, and it’s still a solid markdown for anyone who’s […]
Read MoreThe drug is based on research conducted at MIT by Giovanni Traverso, a gastroenterologist and mechanical engineer, and Robert Langer, a chemical engineer who has launched more than two dozen biotech companies. The two discovered the mechanism when working on a way to develop liquid drug formulations that could be given to children. They soon […]
Read MoreMoving iPhone production from China to the United States could increase manufacturing costs by up to 90%, analysts at Bank of America warned on Wednesday (via Bloomberg). According to BofA analysts led by Wamsi Mohan, shifting iPhone assembly to America is technically possible, however it would dramatically increase production expenses and create logistical complications. “iPhone […]
Read MoreAlong with an iPhone “Fold,” Apple is believed to be working on a larger foldable device that’s somewhere around 19 inches, and one analyst suggests it could arrive as soon as late next year alongside Apple’s rumored foldable iPhone. In a new research note covering likely post-tariff scenarios for Apple, investment firm GF Securities’ lead […]
Read MoreThis summer, Samsung plans to launch Ballie, an AI companion robot that it has been working on since 2020. Samsung showed off Ballie at CES in January 2020, demoing a robotic ball that could roll around, record video, respond to voice commands, and more. Over the years, Ballie has gotten more capable, and now Samsung […]
Read MoreInstagram seems to be testing locked reels that require viewers to enter a keyword or a code to be able to see the hidden content. It’s a feature that creators could use to increase engagement or to share content with their most loyal fans. TechCrunch noticed that the Instagram Design account recently shared a locked […]
Read MoreThe an upcoming version of watchOS will bring a visionOS-like redesign to the Apple Watch, much like the design updates coming in iOS 19 and macOS 16, claims Israeli site The Verifier. watchOS will eventually have “elements” of visionOS, including a look that is bolder, slightly transparent, and with a floating aesthetic. Buttons, menus, icons, […]
Read MoreThe iPad Air costs at least $250 more than the entry-level iPad, so is choosing the pricier model worth it? Or should you save the money and buy the 11th-generation iPad? This guide helps you to understand the differences between the two models and decide which is best for you. The 11th-generation iPad is positioned […]
Read MoreOWC kicked off a new “Spring Savings Celebration” this week, offering solid discounts on a variety of USB-C docks, memory cards, external drives and enclosures, and Mac accessories. Many of these deals won’t be applied until you add the items to your cart, at which time an automatic coupon will be applied to your order. […]
Read MoreApple supplier Luxshare is weighing the possibility of manufacturing some products in the United States as it seeks to address the implications of new tariffs on goods exported from China, Reuters reports. The comments were made by Luxshare chairwoman Wang Laichun during a telephone call with analysts, the transcript of which was seen by Reuters. […]
Read MoreThings to Know You can save a Pages file as a Word document on your Mac, iPhone, or other Apple devices. It’s also possible to convert Pages to Word files via iCloud. If you don’t have access to any Apple devices or services, you can use a third-party converter. Apple’s Pages application is, in effect, […]
Read MoreApple is offering a limited-time promotion for its streaming service, giving new and eligible returning subscribers access to Apple TV+ for just $2.99 per month for three months. The deal runs until April 24, 2025, and offers a decent discount from the regular $9.99 monthly subscription price, saving viewers $21 over the promotional period. The […]
Read MoreApple urgently requested suppliers to ship as many premium devices as possible to the United States by air freight, especially those priced above $3,000, in response to President Donald Trump’s announcement of “reciprocal” tariffs of up to 104% on trading partners (via Nikkei). Apple, along with Dell, Microsoft, and Lenovo, reportedly scrambled to mitigate the […]
Read MoreMeta-owned social network Instagram is developing an app for the iPad, according to a report from The Information. An Instagram employee with insight into Instagram’s recent moves to take advantage of the situation with TikTok shared the tidbit about the company’s work on an app for tablets. Instagram users have wanted an Instagram app since […]
Read MoreU.S. President Donald Trump “absolutely” believes that Apple could manufacture its iPhones and other devices in the United States, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said today during a media briefing. Leavitt was asked whether Trump thought that iPhone manufacturing is the kind of technology that could move to the U.S. “Absolutely, he believes we have the […]
Read MoreWith recent software updates, Apple has made some major changes to the way its stock Mail app looks and works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Keen to roll back these changes and revert to how Apple Mail functioned before the updates? Keep reading to learn how it’s done. When Apple released iOS 18.1, it added […]
Read MoreWhatsApp is testing a new option that lets you control whether other chat members can export your chats with them or automatically save media you send them, according to WaBetaInfo. Referred to as “advanced chat privacy,” the new option has a toggle in a recent WhatsApp beta for iOS. By turning it on, you can […]
Read MoreLater this year, Apple will introduce the iPhone 17 series, which includes the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 17 Pro Max, two new high-end flagship devices that will be sold alongside the regular iPhone 17 and an all-new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air. If you have been holding out for the iPhone 17 Pro or […]
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